The Terracotta Army figures' excavation (发掘)is regarded as one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. They (lie) underground for more than 2000 years before farmers (dig) a well in 1974 uncovered what is now considered one of the greatest archaeological sites in the world. So the Terracotta Army Museum in Xi'an is a must-see. The dramatic exhibition (reveal) the secrets behind the 2,000-year-old army of clay statues that guarded the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China and founder of the Qin dynasty.
They are the incredible, mysterious tomb guardians, discovery in 1974 made global headlines. To date, archeologists still haven't uncovered all of their secrets. The vast stone army numbers some 8.000 (individual) crafted figures. Designed with an impressive level of detail, each figure is one-of-a-kind work of art. The life-sized sculptures vary height according to military ranking, with their uniforms, hairstyles, and even(face) shapes and expressions following suit. The Terracotta Army, (select) as one of Top 10 Things to Do in China, was regarded as the (eight) wonder of the world and awarded as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 even if the inner tomb itself has yet to be excavated.
Anyway, if you are interested in Chinese history, the Terracotta Army Museum is an ideal choice that should be included in your schedule in China.
